how long would it take my broken wrist to heal with a cast on?

Question

How long will a fractured wrist be in the cast?

Answer 1

There are many: Variations depending upon the degree and severity of the fracture but a good ballpark figure is 8 weeks to heal but i always tell people that a fractured wrist functionally is a 3 to 4 month process of healing therapy and strengthening.

Answer 2

6 weeks: When treated in a cast, wrist (distal radius) fractures generally require six weeks of immobilization.

Answer 3

4-8 weeks as : There is a wide range forna nondisplaced hairline fracture to a severely fragmented fracture . When fractures are fixed operatively we also will often get the wrist out of a cast sooner . Much depends upon the severity of the injury.

Answer 4

6 weeks: Typically, unless there is something unusual, 6 weeks is reasonalble.

Answer 5

6-7 weeks: as long as the fracture is not displaced then it should be in a cast 6-7 weeks

Answer 6

Depends: It depends, minor breaks are ok with a short cast, more significant breaks need a cast up past the elbow, depends a lot on pain level with any movement and if any bones were displaced.

Answer 7

Broken wrist: Is a very big term. It can mean a hairline fracture in a bone tha heals fast or a displaced fracture in a bone that has bad blood supply. Simple nondisplaced fractures are casted for 3-4 weeks often but complex fractures in some bones of the wrist ( that dont have surgery) can be casted for 9-12 weeks. The inure, the ;ovation, the pattern, health factors, smoking, all play a role in time to "heal".

Answer 8

When bone is healed: Your orthopedic surgeon will do an exam and obtain an x-ray. The exam must show little or no tenderness over the broken bone. X-ray must confirm bone is healed. Ideally, wrist motion should be equal on both wrist. Occupational therapy may be necessary to optimize grip strength and motion.

Answer 9

Wrist rehab: You can resume tennis after you have rehabilitated upper extremity and have regained good range of motion and strength. Consult with your physical therapist and physician.

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